Okinawa Route – Cherry Blossoms with Island Breeze
1. Route Recommendation
• Itinerary:
Yaeyama Mountain – Kouri Village – Nago Castle Park
• Route Features: Cherry blossoms and the relaxing island breeze
• Best for: Family trips, parent-child travel
• Time Needed: 1 day
• Transportation: Rent a car for a scenic island tour
Route Features: Rent a car in the morning and slowly make your way up Yaeyama Mountain, where cherry blossoms will greet you as you drive by. In the afternoon, head to Kouri Village to see the cold pink cherry blossoms, enjoy traditional Okinawan cuisine, and visit Nago Castle Park for a traditional Okinawan dance and folk music performance during the cherry blossom festival.
2. Itinerary Highlights
• Yaeyama Mountain: Home to more than 7,000 cherry trees that stretch from the foot of the mountain to the summit, Yaeyama Mountain is large and the blossoms are spread out. Rent a car to drive around the mountain and enjoy the cherry blossoms passing by in the breeze. The soothing scent of the blossoms and the gentle sea breeze will make you feel relaxed and at ease as you take in the beauty of the flowers.
• Kouri Village: Kouri Village is home to Okinawa’s largest ancient castle ruins. The cherry blossoms here are mainly the cold pink cherry blossoms, and you can enjoy the pink flowers with the backdrop of the blue ocean during the day. At night, the castle walls and blossoms are lit up, creating a magical atmosphere.
• Nago Castle Park: The park features a 2-kilometer-long cherry blossom path. During the cherry blossom festival, visitors can enjoy traditional Okinawan dances and folk music performances. The roads are closed off to vehicles during the festival, allowing children and families to freely roam and enjoy the festivities in a safe, playful environment.